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Bicolor Barrenwort

Epimedium X Versicolor 'Sulphureum'

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Overview

The Bicolor Barrenwort (Epimedium x versicolor 'Sulphureum') is a resilient, shade-tolerant perennial, ideal for ground cover. It features heart-shaped leaves and dainty, yellow and lavender-tinted flowers in spring. Mature height reaches up to 12-18 inches, with a similar spread. Hardy in zones 5-9, it thrives in well-drained soil and requires minimal maintenance. Its vibrant hues provide exquisite appeal in woodland gardens and shaded landscape areas.

Sun Half, ShadeWater High, MediumZones 5–8Climate Temperate
Bicolor Barrenwort (Epimedium X Versicolor 'Sulphureum') — The Bicolor Barrenwort (Epimedium x versicolor 'Sulphureum') is a resilient
Bicolor Barrenwort (Epimedium X Versicolor 'Sulphureum') — It features heart-shaped leaves and dainty, yellow and lavender-tinted flowers in springBicolor Barrenwort (Epimedium X Versicolor 'Sulphureum') — Mature height reaches up to 12-18 inches, with a similar spread

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
High, Medium
USDA zones
5–8

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Berberidaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Bicolor Barrenwort (Epimedium X Versicolor 'Sulphureum') — The Bicolor Barrenwort (Epimedium x versicolor 'Sulphureum') is a resilient
Bicolor Barrenwort (Epimedium X Versicolor 'Sulphureum') — It features heart-shaped leaves and dainty, yellow and lavender-tinted flowers in spring
Bicolor Barrenwort (Epimedium X Versicolor 'Sulphureum') — Mature height reaches up to 12-18 inches, with a similar spread

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